주택
A building or structure that serves as a living space for humans; residential housing.
Examples
3 of 5정부는 공공 주택 공급을 확대하고 있다.
The government is expanding the supply of public housing.
주택 부족 문제는 대도시의 고질적인 이슈다.
The housing shortage is a chronic issue in big cities.
나는 마당이 있는 단독 주택에 살고 싶어.
I want to live in a single-family house with a yard.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jutaek: 'Ju' (reside) + 'Taek' (house). Residing house.
Quick Quiz
인구 밀도가 높은 도시에서는 ______ 공급이 항상 부족하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주택
Examples
정부는 공공 주택 공급을 확대하고 있다.
formalThe government is expanding the supply of public housing.
주택 부족 문제는 대도시의 고질적인 이슈다.
academicThe housing shortage is a chronic issue in big cities.
나는 마당이 있는 단독 주택에 살고 싶어.
everydayI want to live in a single-family house with a yard.
우리 주택 단지는 조용해서 좋아.
informalI like our housing complex because it's quiet.
주택 담보 대출 금리가 인상되었습니다.
businessThe mortgage interest rate has been raised.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
주택 담보 대출
mortgage loan
주택 청약
housing subscription
전원 주택
country house
Often Confused With
Jip is a general word for 'home', while jutaek is a more formal and technical word for the 'building/housing unit'.
Usage Notes
Common in IELTS topics regarding urbanization and social welfare.
Common Mistakes
Learners use 'jip' in formal writing where 'jutaek' or 'jugeo' is more appropriate.
Memory Tip
Jutaek: 'Ju' (reside) + 'Taek' (house). Residing house.
Word Origin
From Hanja 住宅 (residence).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Korea, apartment living is more common than detached 'jutaek' in cities.
Quick Quiz
인구 밀도가 높은 도시에서는 ______ 공급이 항상 부족하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주택
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